Definition: A rubric is a scoring guide composed of criteria used to evaluate performance,
a product, or a project. A rubric allows for standardized evaluation according to specified
criteria, making grading and ranking simpler and more transparent in a reliable, fair, and
valid manner at several levels.

Undergraduate Research Presentation Rubric

Undergraduate research is becoming more important in higher education as evidence is accumulating that clear, inquiry-based learning, scholarship, and creative accomplishments can and do foster effective, high levels of student learning. This curricular innovation includes identifying a concrete investigative problem, carrying out the project, and sharing findings with peers. The following standards describe effective research manuscripts.